International Education Week (IEW) is a nationwide celebration November 16-20 that highlights the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. SHU will be celebrating throughout the month of November! Higher education institutions across the U.S. take part in this event every year. The goals of IEW are to promote international understanding by building support for international education and by encouraging the development of programs that prepare Americans to live and work in a global environment, highlighting the importance of being a global citizen.
Throughout November
Study Abroad Photo Contest
Submit your favorite photos taken abroad by Sunday, November 15—open to all current students, faculty, and staff!
Categories include: Nature's Beauty, SHU Spirit, Dingle Adventures, Cultural Connections, and Good Eats/Food Culture.
Kristallnacht Commemoration | Chapel of the Holy Spirit at 2 p.m.
A Story of Survival, Righteous Gentiles, and the Land of Opportunity
Kristallnacht was a pre-WWII act of aggression perpetrated by Germany’s Nazi paramilitary in November 1938. Sponsored by Mission & Culture. All are welcome. Join us in person or via livestream.
Monday, November 16
Global Ambassador Tabling | Academic Center Hallway | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Stop by to learn about International Education Week and chat with Global Ambassadors about any study abroad questions you may have!
Tuesday November 17
Global Ambassador Tabling | Academic Center Hallway | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Stop by to learn about International Education Week and chat with Global Ambassadors about any study abroad questions you may have!
Gilman Scholarship Info Session | HC 202 | 2-3 p.m.
Join us for an info session on the Gilman Scholarship for study abroad! This a scholarship sponsored by the U.S. Department of State awarding up to $5,000 for study abroad programs of any length. We will discuss eligibility requirements, the application process, deadlines, how to apply, and the resources available to help you with your application. You will also hear from a SHU student that was awarded the scholarship last year!
Sustainable Italy Info Session | HC 223 | 5-6 p.m.
Interfaith Thanksgiving Prayer Service | Chapel of the Holy Spirit at 2 p.m.
Join Campus Ministry staff and our Interfaith Chaplains for the annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Prayer Service! We will give thanks, bless the Thanksgiving food drive donations, share prayers and song, and welcome community partners who will be on hand to accept food donations.
Thursday November 19
Study Abroad Vision Board Making | Edgerton Center Atrium | 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Join Global Education and Global Ambassadors to create a vision board focused on your study abroad goals! Vision board supplies will be provided including poster boards, markers, tape, magazines and stickers, or feel free to bring your laptop and create a digital vision board using Pinterest, Canva or your favorite platform. This is a great opportunity to connect with other students planning to study abroad, ask questions, and get advice from Global Ambassadors.